In this excerpt from Hobby Hotline, Dr. Beckett delves into the impact of AI on the industry, exploring potential AI-generated errors, collectors' response, and the implications for future card designs. We discuss the balance between innovation and maintaining the value of collectible items, as well as how AI's integration could influence production costs and design efficiency. Additionally, we compare the strategies of major card companies like Topps and Panini, analyzing the economic and market effects of holding back rookies.

 

00:00 Dual Downtowns and AI Art in Donruss Football

01:26 The Value and Desirability of AI Art Cards

04:40 The Economics of Card Production and AI

09:36 The Impact of Production Numbers on Collecting

12:21 The Future of Flagship Products in the Card Industry